WTEP founder and What to Expect creator @heidimurkoff was recently in Washington D.C. meeting with senators and representatives (from both sides of the aisle!) providing support to address and recognize formal resolutions recognizing Father’s Day and the role of fathers in maternal and infant health. In Heidi’s words:⁠ ⁠ “Science backs it up. Research backs it up. Fathers are biologically hardwired to be nurturers. Their involvement matters — and not only to the wellbeing of their children as they grow, but to the health of their partners and babies during pregnancy and postpartum. A father’s engagement during pregnancy and beyond reduces a mother’s risk of life-threatening complications and maternal mortality and morbidity, preterm labor, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. It boosts their baby’s birthweight and significantly increases breastfeeding success. Dads are, in fact, the best and most effective champions and advocates for their partners. But only if we include them. And too often, dads, especially Black and Brown dads, are not included by our healthcare system. This Father’s Day, the What to Expect Project and I are so grateful to Senator Rafael Warnock, Senator Eric Schmitt, Representative Mark Veasey and Representative Colin Allred for their passionate leadership and commitment to moms, dads and the little ones they love. Wishing them and all dads a happy and nurtured Father's Day."